Where CNC automation, electromechanical engineering, and modern agriculture come together in one of the most innovative student-led projects in Pennsylvania.
The NAHS FarmBot combines advanced farming techniques with CNC automation, precision control systems, and hands-on electromechanical builds. A dedicated group of students are learning how FarmBot is taking gardening into the future.
From relay control systems to motorized grow light lifts, every component is designed, built, and programmed by students โ creating real-world engineering experience in a living classroom.
The NAHS Environmental Science classes also utilize FarmBot from time to time to exemplify concepts covered in class, bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world application.
Live MJPEG camera stream hosted on a Raspberry Pi Zero, accessible publicly via Cloudflare Tunnel at nahsfarmbot.org.
Automated relay system for controlling grow lights and other electrical components directly from FarmBot sequences.
NEMA 17 stepper motor driven lift system to automatically raise and lower grow lights, controlled by Arduino and integrated with FarmBot.
Deep integration with the FarmBot Farmduino controller for seamless automation of all systems through the FarmBot OS.
Intelligent soil monitoring system using an Arduino Nano sensor hub, RS485 zone sensors, and capacitive plant-level moisture sensors โ with automated watering and live web dashboard.
Structured plant science lessons integrated with FarmBot, including hands-on growing experiments for Environmental Science classes.